Operating and installation instructions
Refrigerator
K 9212 i
K 9412 i
To avoid the risk of accidents
or damage to the appliance, it is
essential to read these instructions
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before it is installed and used for the
first time.
M.-Nr. 06 993 890
Contents
Ice cubes. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Defrosting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Freezer compartment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Cleaning and care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
Cleaning the interior and accessories. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
Problem solving guide. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
Noises . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
After sales service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
Electrical connection. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
Building-in dimensions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
Changing the door hinging. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
Appliance door . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
Building in the appliance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
Guide to the appliance
aFreezer compartment*
eButter and cheese compartment
fEgg tray
bAdjustable shelves
cCondensate channel and
gDoor shelf
drain hole
hInterior lighting
iBottle shelf
dFruit and vegetable containers
jBottle divider*
* Depending on model
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Caring for the environment
Disposal of the packing
material
Disposal of your old appliance
Please ensure that the appliance
presents no danger to children while
being stored for disposal.
The transport and protective packing
has been selected from materials which
are environmentally friendly for
disposal, and can normally be
recycled.
It should be unplugged or
disconnected from the mains electricity
supply by a competent person. The
plug must be rendered useless and the
cable cut off directly behind the
appliance to prevent misuse. See the
"Warning and Safety" section of this
booklet for further details.
Ensure that any plastic wrappings,
bags etc. are disposed of safely and
kept out of the reach of babies and
young children. Danger of suffocation!
Rather than just throwing these
materials away, please ensure that they
are recycled.
Electrical and electronic appliances
often contain materials which, if
handled or disposed of incorrectly,
could be potentially hazardous to
human health and to the environment.
They are, however, essential for the
correct functioning of your appliance.
Please dispose of your old appliance at
your local community waste collection /
recycling centre and not with your
household waste.
Take care not to damage the pipework
at the back of it before or during
transportation to an authorised
collection depot.
In this way, refrigerant in the pipework
and oil in the compressor will be
contained, and will not leak out into the
environment.
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Warning and Safety instructions
Correct application
This appliance complies with all
relevant legal safety requirements.
Improper use of the appliance can,
however, present a risk of both
personal injury and material
damage.
This appliance is intended for
domestic use only for the cool
storage of food and drinks as well as
for storing deep frozen food, freezing
fresh food and for preparing ice.
Any other usage is not supported by
the manufacturer and could be
dangerous. The manufacturer cannot
be held liable for damage resulting from
incorrect or improper use or operation.
To avoid the risk of accidents and
damage to the appliance, please
read these instructions carefully
before installation and before using
it for the first time. They contain
important notes on the installation,
safety, operation and care of the
appliance.
This appliance is not intended for
use by persons (including children)
with reduced physical, sensory or
mental capabilities, or lack of
experience and knowldege, unless they
have been given supervision or
instruction concerning use of the
appliance by a person responsible for
their safety.
Keep these instructions in a safe
place and pass them on to any
future user.
Safety with children
This appliance is not a toy! To
avoid the risk of injury, do not allow
children to play on or near it or to play
with the controls. Older children may
only use the appliance if its operation
has been clearly explained to them and
they are able to use it safely,
recognising the dangers of misuse.
Keep children away from the
appliance at all times and
supervise them whilst you are using it.
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Warning and Safety instructions
Technical safety
The more coolant there is in an
appliance, the larger the room it
should be installed in. In the event of a
leakage, if the appliance is in a small
room, there is the danger of
Before setting up the appliance,
check it for any externally visible
damage.
Do not install and use a damaged
appliance.
combustible gases building up.
For every 8 g of coolant at least 1 m3 of
This appliance contains the coolant room space is required. The amount of
Isobutane (R600a), a natural gas
which is environmentally friendly.
Although it is flammable, it does not
damage the ozone layer and does not
increase the greenhouse effect. The
use of this environmentally friendly
coolant has, however, led to a slight
increase in the noise level of the
appliance. In addition to the noise of
the compressor, you might be able to
hear the coolant flowing around the
system. This is unavoidable, but does
not have any adverse effect on the
performance of the appliance.
Care must be taken during the
transportation and installation of the
appliance that no parts of the coolant
system are damaged. Leaking coolant
can damage the eyes.
coolant in the appliance is stated on the
data plate inside the appliance.
Before connecting the appliance to
the mains supply, make sure that
the rating on the data plate
corresponds to the voltage and
frequency of the household supply.
This data must correspond in order to
avoid the risk of damage to the
appliance. Consult a qualified
electrician if in any doubt.
The electrical safety of this
appliance can only be guaranteed
when continuity is complete between it
and an effective earthing system which
complies with current local and national
safety regulations. It is most important
that this basic safety requirement is
present and tested regularly, and where
there is any doubt, the household
wiring system should be inspected by a
qualified electrician. The manufacturer
cannot be held liable for damage or
injury caused by the lack of or
In the event of any damage:
- avoid open fires and anything which
creates a spark,
- disconnect from the mains,
- air the room in which the appliance is
located for several minutes and
- contact the Service Department for
advice.
inadequacy of an effective earthing
system (e.g. electric shock).
If the connection cable is faulty it
must only be replaced by a Miele
approved service technician to protect
the user from danger.
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Warning and Safety instructions
Safe operation of the appliance is
only assured if it has been installed
and connected in accordance with
these operating and installation
instructions.
In countries where there are areas
which may be subject to infestation
by cockroaches or other vermin, pay
particular attention to keeping the
appliance and its surroundings in a
clean condition at all times. Any
damage which may be caused by
cockroaches or other vermin will not be
covered by the guarantee.
This appliance may only be used in
mobile installations such as ships
etc. if a risk assessment of the
installation has been carried out by a
suitably qualified engineer.
Correct use
Installation work, maintenance and
repairs may only be carried out by
suitably qualified and competent
persons in accordance with national
and local safety regulations.
Repairs and other work by unqualified
persons could be dangerous and the
manufacturer will not be held liable.
Ensure current is not supplied to the
appliance until after maintenance or
repair work has been carried out.
Never handle frozen food with wet
hands. Your hands may freeze to
the frozen food. Danger of frost burn.
Do not take ice cubes out with your
bare hands and never place ice
cubes or ice lollies in your mouth
straight from the freezer. The very low
temperature of the frozen ice or lollies
can cause frost burn to the lips and
tongue.
The appliance is only completely
isolated from the electricity supply
when:
Do not refreeze thawed or partially
thawed food.
Defrosted food should be used up as
quickly as possible, as food soon loses
it nutritional value and goes off.
Defrosted food may only be re-frozen
after it has been cooked.
– it has been switched off at the socket
and the plug has been withdrawn.
– the fuse from the fused spur
connection unit has been withdrawn,
or
Never store explosive materials in
the appliance. Thermostats
switching on may produce sparks
which could present a fire hazard.
Flammable compounds could explode.
– the mains fuse has been withdrawn,
or the screw-out fuse removed (in
countries where this is applicable).
Do not connect the appliance to
the mains electricity supply by an
extension lead.
Extension leads do not guarantee the
required safety of the appliance (e.g.
danger of overheating).
Do not operate any electrical
equipment (e.g. electric ice-cream
maker) inside the appliance. Danger of
sparking and explosion.
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Warning and Safety instructions
If storing alcohol with a high
Do not use defrosting sprays or
percentage proof, make sure it is
tightly closed and stored upright.
Danger of explosion.
de-icers, as they might contain
substances which could damage the
plastic parts or which could cause a
build-up of gases and pose a danger to
health.
Do not store cans or bottles
containing carbonated drinks or
liquids which could freeze in the
freezer. The cans or bottles could
explode.
Danger of injury and damage to the
appliance.
Do not use any oils or grease on
the door seal, as these will cause
the seal to deteriorate and become
porous with time.
Do not store cooking oil in the
refrigerator door. Traces of oil can
cause stress cracks to occur in the
When cooling drinks quickly in the
freezer, make sure bottles are not
left in for more than one hour, otherwise plastic components in the door.
they could burst, resulting in injury or
Do not block the ventilation gaps in
damage.
the plinth or the top of the
Observe the "use by" dates given
on food to avoid the risk of food
poisoning.
Storage times will depend on several
factors, including the freshness and
quality of the food as well as the
temperature at which it is stored. Follow
the instructions given on the food
manufacturer’s packaging on storage
conditions required.
appliance housing unit as this would
impair the efficiency of the appliance,
increase the electricity consumption
and could cause damage to the
appliance.
The appliance is designed for use
within certain climate ranges
(ambient temperatures), and should not
be used outside this range. The climate
range for your appliance is stated on
Do not use sharp edged objects to the data plate inside the appliance.
Installing it in a room with too low an
ambient temperature, e.g. a garage,
– remove frost and ice,
– separate frozen foods or remove ice
trays.
will lead to the appliance switching off
for longer periods so that it cannot
maintain the required temperature.
They will damage the evaporator,
causing irreversible damage to the
appliance.
Never use a steam-cleaning
appliance to defrost or clean this
appliance. Pressurised steam could
reach the electrical components and
cause a short circuit.
Never place electric heaters or
candles in the appliance to defrost
it. These can damage the plastic parts.
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Warning and Safety instructions
Disposal of your old appliance
Before disposing of an old
appliance, first make the door latch
or lock unusable.
This way you will prevent children from
accidentally locking themselves in and
endangering their lives.
Before throwing an old appliance
away, it must first be made
unusable. Disconnect it from the
mains, cut off the cable directly behind
the appliance, and render any plug
unusable.
Be careful not to damage any part
of the pipework whilst awaiting
disposal, e.g. by
– puncturing the refrigerant channels
in the evaporator.
– bending any pipework.
– scratching the surface coating.
Splashes of refrigerant can damage the
eyes.
The manufacturer cannot be held
liable for damage caused by
non-compliance with these Warning
and Safety instructions.
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How to save energy
Normal energy
consumption
Increased energy
consumption
Installation site
In a ventilated room.
In an enclosed, unventilated room.
In direct sunlight.
Protected from direct sunlight.
Not situated near to a heat source Situated near to a heat source
(radiator, oven).
(radiator, oven).
Where the ideal ambient room
temperature is approx. 20°C.
Where there is a high ambient
room temperature.
Temperature setting with
a thermostat which is
approximate
With a medium setting of 2 to 3.
Cellar section 8 to 12°C
With a high setting: the lower the
temperature in the compartment,
the higher the energy
(set in stages).
consumption.
Temperature setting with
a thermostat which is
exact to the degree
(digital display).
On appliances with winter setting,
please make sure that the winter
setting is switched off when the
ambient temperature is warmer
than 16 °C.
Refrigerator section 4 to 5 °C
StayFresh zone just above 0 °C
Freezer section -18°C
Wine storage section 10 to 12 °C
Use
Only open the doors when
Frequent opening of the doors for
necessary and for as short a time long periods will cause a loss of
as possible.
coldness.
Store food in an organised way.
If food is not stored in an
organised way, searching for an
item will mean the door is open for
longer.
Allow hot food and drinks to cool
down before placing them in the
appliance.
Placing hot food in the appliance
will cause the compressor to run
for a long time, as the appliance
will have to work harder to lower
the temperature.
Store food covered or packaged. The evaporation or condensation
of liquids will cause a loss of
coldness in the refrigerator.
Place frozen food in the
refrigerator to defrost.
Do not over-fill the appliance to
allow air to circulate.
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How to save energy
Normal energy
consumption
Increased energy
consumption
Defrosting
Defrost the freezer compartment
when a layer of ice 0.5 cm thick
has built up.
A layer of ice hinders the cold
from reaching the frozen food, and
causes an increase in energy
consumption.
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Switching on and off
Before using for the first time
display. The interior light will come on
when the door is opened.
The stainless steel trim to the interior
shelves and the door shelves have a
layer of protective foil to prevent
damage during transportation.
To enable the temperature to get
sufficiently cold inside the freezer, allow
the appliance to run for a few hours
before placing food in it.
^ Clean the inside of the appliance and
the accessories with luke warm water
and a little washing-up liquid, and
then dry with a soft cloth.
Switching off
^ Using a coin, turn the On/Off dial in
an anti-clockwise direction back to
the "0" position.
^ Carefully remove the protective foil
from the stainless steel trim.
The temperature display will go out and
the cooling process will be switched off.
Important:
To ensure the correct functioning of
the appliance, let it stand for
between 1½ and 2 hours after
transporting it to its final location
before connecting it to the mains.
This is important for the correct
functioning of the appliance.
Switching off for longer
periods of time
If the appliance is not going to be used
for a longer period of time, e.g. whilst
on holiday:
^ switch the appliance off,
Switching on
^ switch off at the wall socket and
withdraw the plug,
^ defrost the freezer compartment
(depending on model),
^ clean the appliance out and
^ Using a coin, turn the On/Off dial in a
clockwise direction away from the "0"
position until the temperature display
lights up.
^ leave the door ajar to air the
appliance.
If, during a long absence, the
appliance is switched off but not
cleaned out and the door is left shut,
there is a danger of mould and
odours building up inside the
appliance.
Forcing it beyond its range will
damage it. Turn it only as far as it will
go, then turn it back again.
The appliance begins to cool down,
and the temperature required for the
refrigerator shows in the temperature
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The correct temperature
It is very important to set the correct
temperature for storing food in the
appliance. Micro-organisms will cause
food which is not stored at the correct
temperature to deteriorate rapidly.
Temperature influences the growth rate
of these micro-organisms. Reducing
the temperature reduces their growth
rate.
micro-organisms become active in the
food again so that it cannot be kept as
long. For this reason, partially defrosted
or defrosted food must not be re-frozen.
Food may be re-frozen once it has
been cooked, as the high temperatures
achieved when cooking destroy most
micro-organisms.
Setting the temperature
The temperature in the appliance will
rise:
The temperature for the refrigerator
section is set using the temperature
dial.
– the more often the door is opened
and the longer it is kept open,
The higher or lower the temperature in
the refrigerator section, the higher or
lower it is in the freezer section.
– if too much food is stored in it at
once,
– the warmer the food is which is being
put into it,
– the higher the ambient temperature
surrounding the appliance.
The appliance is designed for use in
specific ambient temperatures
(climate ranges). Do not use in
ambient temperatures for which it is
not designed.
^ Using a coin, turn the temperature
dial in a clockwise direction away
from the "0" position.
The higher the setting, the lower the
temperature in the appliance.
. . . For the refrigerator section
The temperature being set will flash in
the display.
We recommend a temperature of 5°C in
the middle of the refrigerator.
Forcing it beyond its range will
damage it. Turn it only as far as it will
go, then turn it back again.
. . . For the freezer
compartment
(depending on model)
To freeze fresh food and to store frozen
food for a long time, a temperature of
-18 °C is required. At this temperature
the growth of micro-organisms is
generally halted. As soon as the
temperature rises above -10 °C, the
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The correct temperature
Temperature display
The temperature display on the
control panel always shows the
required temperature.
If you want the temperature in the
refrigerator section to be 5 °C,
^ turn the temperature selector
clockwise from 0 until the 5 lights up
in the temperature display.
The average temperature in the freezer
section will then be approx. -18 °C.
The temperature can be set slightly
colder than the displayed temperature
(e.g. between 5°C and 3 °C).
^ To do so turn the temperature dial
slowly in a clockwise direction from
e.g. 5, until the 5 flashes briefly in the
temperature display.
The colder temperature is now set.
If the appliance door is opened very
often, or if large quantities of food are
being stored in the appliance, or if
there is a high ambient temperature, it
is advisable to set the temperature
between 3 °C and 5 °C.
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Super cool
Super cool
Switching off Super cool
The Super cool function can be used to The Super cool function will switch itself
rapidly reduce the temperature in the
refrigerator section to its lowest setting
(depending on the room temperature).
off automatically after approx. 6 hours.
The indicator light will go out and the
appliance will run at normal power
again.
Switching on Super cool
To save energy, the Super cool function
can be switched off once food and
drinks are sufficiently chilled.
Super cool is particularly
recommended for faster chilling of
large amounts of fresh food or drink.
^ Press the Super cool button. The
Super cool indicator light will go out,
and the appliance will continue to
operate at normal power.
^ Press the Super cool button. The
Super cool indicator light will come
on.
The appliance will then work at full
power to lower the temperature.
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Using the refrigerator efficiently
Different storage zones
Do not store explosive materials in
Due to the natural circulation of the air
in the appliance, there are different
temperature zones in the refrigerator.
Cold, heavy air sinks to the lowest
section of the appliance. Make use of
the different zones when placing food
in the appliance.
the appliance or any products
containing propellants (e.g. spray
cans). Danger of explosion.
If storing alcohol with a high
percentage proof, make sure it is
tightly closed, and store upright.
Warmest area
Do not store cooking oil in the
refrigerator door.
Traces of oil can cause stress
cracks to occur in the plastic
components in the door.
The warmest area is in the top section
of the door. Use this for storing butter
and cheese.
Coldest area
Food must not touch the back wall of
the appliance, as it may freeze to the
back wall.
The coldest area in a refrigerator is
directly above the vegetable
containers.
Use this for all delicate and highly
perishable food, e.g.
Food which should not be
stored in a refrigerator
– fish, meat, poultry,
Not all food is suitable for refrigeration.
This includes:
– sausage products, ready meals,
– dishes or baked goods containing
eggs or cream,
– Fruit and vegetables which are
sensitive to cold, such as bananas,
avocado pears, papaya, passion
fruit, aubergines, peppers, tomatoes
and cucumbers
– fresh dough, cake mixtures, pizza or
quiche dough,
– soft cheese and other dairy
products,
– Fruit which is not yet ripe
– Potatoes
– pre-packed vegetables and other
fresh food with a label stating it
should be kept at a temperature of
approx. 4 °C.
– Some hard cheeses, e.g. Parmesan
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Using the refrigerator efficiently
When shopping for food
Fruit and vegetables
The freshness of food when first placed Fruit and vegetables may be stored
in the appliance is an important factor
in determining how long it stays fresh.
Time out of the refrigerator e.g. during
transportation should be kept to a
minimum. For example, do not allow
food to stay in a hot car for too long.
Once food has started to deteriorate,
this process cannot be reversed. As
little as two hours outside the
loose in the vegetable containers.
However, you should bear in mind that
aromas and flavours can transfer from
one type of food to another (e.g. carrots
absorb the smell and flavour of onions
very easily). Some food also gives off a
natural gas (ethylene) which speeds up
the rate at which other food perishes.
Some fruit and vegetables react
refrigerator can cause food to start
deteriorating.
strongly to this gas and should not be
stored together.
– Examples of fruit and vegetables
which produce a large amount of
this natural gas are:
Storing food correctly
Store food covered or packaged. This
will prevent food smells from affecting
other foods, food from drying out, and
also any cross-contamination of
bacteria. The growth of bacteria, such
as salmonella, can be avoided by
setting the correct temperature and
maintaining good standards of hygiene.
Apples, apricots, pears, nectarines,
peaches, plums, avocado pears,
figs, blueberries, melons and beans.
– Examples of fruit and vegetables
which react strongly to the natural
gases given off by other types of
fruit and vegetables are:
Kiwis, broccoli, cauliflower, Brussels
sprouts, mangos, honeydew melons,
apples, apricots, cucumbers,
tomatoes, pears, nectarines and
peaches.
Example: Broccoli should not be
stored with apples, as apples
produce a large amount of natural
gas to which broccoli is very
sensitive. The result is a shorter than
expected storage time for the
broccoli.
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Using the refrigerator efficiently
Unpacked meats and vegetables
Unpackaged meat and vegetables
should be stored separately. To avoid
any microbiological
cross-contamination, these foods may
only be stored together if they are
wrapped.
Protein rich foods
Please note that foods rich in protein
deteriorate faster than others.
Shellfish, for example, deteriorates
faster than fish, and fish deteriorates
faster than meat.
Meat
Meat should be stored unwrapped.
(Undo wrappings to leave meat loosely
covered, and leave containers slightly
open). This permits air to circulate
around the meat, allowing the surface
to dry slightly, which helps to prevent
the growth of bacteria. To prevent the
risk of bacterial cross-contamination,
do not let meat come into direct contact
with other foods.
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Adjusting the interior fittings
Moving the shelves
The shelves can be adjusted according
to the height of the food.
^ Raise the shelf, pull it forwards
slightly, until the notch at the side is in
line with the shelf support. It can then
be raised or lowered to the required
level.
^ fit the two brackets onto the supports
on either side at the required height,
The raised edge at the back must face
upwards to prevent food from touching
the back of the appliance and freezing
to it.
^ and push the glass shelves in one
after the other.
The shelf with the raised edge must
be at the back.
Stoppers prevent the shelves from
being dislodged by mistake.
Adjusting the door shelf/bottle
shelf
Split shelf
In order to accommodate tall items in
the appliance, one of the shelves is
divided. The front section can be
pushed under the rear section.
^ Push the door/bottle shelf upwards,
then remove it by pulling it forwards.
^ Replace the door/bottle shelf at the
required position. Ensure that it is
securely pushed back into position.
^ Pull the front half of the glass shelf
forwards slightly and then push it
carefully under the rear half.
To move the split shelf:
^ Take both halves of the split glass
shelf out,
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Adjusting the interior fittings
Moving the bottle divider
(depending on model)
The bottle divider can be moved to the
left or right to ensure that bottles are
held securely in position when the door
is opened and shut.
The bottle divider can be removed
completely (e.g. for cleaning).
^ To do this, push up the front edge of
the bottle divider, and disengage it.
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Freezing and storing food (depending on model)
Using the freezer compartment Storing frozen food
Use the freezer compartment to:
– store frozen food,
When buying frozen food to store in
your freezer, check
– that the packaging is not damaged,
– the use-by date,
– make ice cubes,
– freeze small quantities of fresh food.
– the temperature at which the frozen
food is being stored in the shop. The
length of time it can be kept is
Up to 2 kg of food can be frozen in
24 hours.
reduced if it has been stored at a
temperature warmer than -18 °C.
Freezing fresh food
^ Buy frozen food once you have
finished the rest of your shopping,
and wrap it in newspaper or use a
cool bag or cool box to transport it.
Fresh food should be frozen as quickly
as possible. This way the nutritional
value of the food, its vitamin content,
appearance and taste are not impaired.
^ Store it in the freezer compartment as
soon as possible.
Food which takes a long time to freeze
will lose more water from its cells, which
then shrink.
During the defrosting process, only
some of this water is reabsorbed by the
cells. The rest collects around the food.
Never re-freeze partially or fully
defrosted food. Consume defrosted
food as soon as possible as it will
lose its nutritional value and spoil if
left for too long. Defrosted food may
only be re-frozen after it has been
cooked.
In practice this means that the food
loses a large degree of its moisture.
If food is frozen quickly, the cells have
less time to lose moisture, so they
shrink less. As there is not so much
moisture loss, it is easier for the food to
reabsorb it during the defrosting
process, and very little water collects
around the defrosted food.
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Freezing and storing food (depending on model)
Home freezing
lightly before freezing, but care
should be taken as the taste of some
spices alters when frozen.
Only freeze fresh food which is in a
good condition.
– Do not place hot foods or drinks in
the freezer. This causes already
frozen food to thaw, and increases
the energy consumption
Hints on home freezing
– The following types of food are
suitable for freezing:
considerably. Allow hot food and
drinks to cool down before placing
them in the freezer.
Fresh meat, poultry, game, fish,
vegetables, herbs, fresh fruit, dairy
products, pastry, leftovers, egg
yolks, egg whites and a range of
pre-cooked meals.
Packing
^ Unsuitable packing material
- wrapping paper
- grease-proof paper
- cellophane
- dustbin liners
- plastic carrier bags
– The following types of food are not
suitable for freezing:
Grapes, lettuce, radishes, sour
cream, mayonnaise, eggs in their
shells, onions, whole raw apples and
pears.
^ Freeze food in portions.
– To retain colour, taste and vitamin C,
vegetables should be blanched after
they have been trimmed and
washed.
Suitable packing material
- plastic freezer film
- freezer bags
- freezer containers
- aluminium foil
To blanch: bring a large saucepan of
water to the boil and immerse the
vegetables in the fast boiling water
for 2-3 minutes, depending on
variety. Remove, and plunge into
ice-cold water to cool quickly. Drain
and pack ready for freezing.
^ Expel as much air as possible from
bags etc. before sealing them, to
prevent freezer-burn on food.
^ Close the packaging tightly with
- rubber bands
- plastic clips
- string or bag ties
- freezer tape.
– Lean meat freezes better than fatty
meat, and can be stored for
considerably longer.
– To prevent chops, steaks, cutlets or
rolled meat from freezing together in
solid blocks when packed, separate
with a sheet of plastic freezer film.
Freezer bags may also be sealed
using home heat-sealing kits.
^ Make a note of the contents and the
date of freezing on the packaging.
– Do not season fresh foods or
blanched vegetables before
freezing. Only season cooked food
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Freezing and storing food (depending on model)
Before placing food in the freezer
compartment
Defrosting
Frozen food can be defrosted in
different ways:
^ Turn the temperature selector to a
middle to low temperature for approx.
4 hours before placing fresh food in
the freezer compartment. This helps
food that is already in the freezer to
stay frozen.
– in a microwave oven,
– in an oven using the "Fan" or "Defrost"
setting,
– at room temperature,
– in the refrigerator (the cold given off
by the frozen food helps to keep the
food cold),
Placing food in the freezer section
^ Place the food flat on the bottom of
the freezer compartment so that it
freezes through to the core as quickly
as possible.
– in a steam oven.
Poultry It is particularly important to
observe food hygiene rules when
defrosting poultry. Do not use the liquid
from defrosted poultry. Pour it away and
wash the container it was in, the sink
and your hands. Danger of salmonella
poisoning.
^ Make sure that the packaging and
containers are dry to prevent them
sticking together when frozen.
When freezing, make sure that food
already frozen does not come into
contact with fresh food being frozen
as this could cause the frozen food
to begin to defrost.
Fruit should be defrosted at room
temperature in its packing, or in a
covered bowl.
^ After 24 hours, turn the temperature
selector back to a medium setting.
Most vegetables can be cooked while
still frozen. Just put straight into boiling
water or hot fat. The cooking time is
slightly less than that of fresh
vegetables due to changes in the cell
structure.
Never re-freeze partially or fully
defrosted food. Consume defrosted
food as soon as possible as it will
lose its nutritional value and spoil if
left for too long. Defrosted food may
only be re-frozen after it has been
cooked.
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Freezing and storing food (depending on model)
Ice cubes
^ Fill the ice tray three quarters full with
water and place it on the bottom of
the freezer compartment.
^ Once frozen, use a blunt instrument,
for example a spoon handle, to
remove the ice tray from the freezer.
^ Ice cubes can be removed easily
from the tray by twisting the tray
gently or by holding it under cold
running water for a short while.
Cooling drinks
To cook drinks quickly, place them in
the refrigerator section, and switch on
the Super cool function.
If placing drinks in the freezer
compartment to cool them quickly,
make sure bottles are not left for
more than one hour as they could
burst.
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Defrosting
Refrigerator section
Freezer compartment
The refrigerator defrosts automatically.
(depending on model)
Condensate and frost can build up on
the back wall of the refrigerator section
whilst it is in use. You do not need to
remove this, as it will defrost and
evaporate automatically with the
The freezer compartment does not
defrost automatically because frozen
food must not be allowed to defrost.
In normal use, ice and frost will form on
the evaporator. If allowed to
accumulate, this will impair the
efficiency of the freezer and increase
the consumption of electricity.
warmth generated by the refrigerator.
The condensate is drained away via a
channel and drain hole into an
evaporation system at the back of the
appliance.
Do not scrape ice and frost off the
evaporator as this can damage it
and render the appliance unusable.
Ensure that the condensate channel
and drain hole are kept clean and
are never blocked so that
condensate can flow away without
hindrance.
The freezer compartment should be
defrosted from time to time. It must be
defrosted if a layer of ice approx. 0.5
cm thick has accumulated. It is best to
defrost when only very little food or no
food at all is left in the freezer
compartment.
Before defrosting
^ Remove the frozen food from the
freezer compartment and place it in
another freezer or cool box, or wrap it
in several layers of newspaper or
cloths,
^ and store it in a cool place until the
freezer compartment is ready for use
again.
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Defrosting
To defrost
After defrosting
^ Clean the appliance, and then dry it
thoroughly.
Do not let water get into the
condensate channel and drain hole.
Carry out the defrosting procedure
as quickly as possible if food has
not been placed in another freezer.
The longer the food is left out at
room temperature, the faster it
defrosts.
^ Insert the plug in the appliance, and
switch the appliance back on.
^ Place the frozen food into the freezer
compartment again.
^ Switch the appliance off at the wall
socket and remove the plug.
^ Open the freezer compartment door.
^ Use a sponge or towel to soak up the
defrosted water.
To speed up defrosting, a bowl with hot
water (not boiling) can be placed in the
freezer compartment. Closing the door
in this instance will help retain warmth
and speed up the defrosting process.
We do not recommend the use of
hot air blowers such as hairdryers
for defrosting your freezer.
Never place electric heaters or
candles in the appliance to defrost
it. These can damage the plastic
parts.
Do not use defrosting sprays or
de-icers, as they could contain
substances which may damage the
plastic parts and which may cause a
build-up of gases and pose a
danger to health.
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Cleaning and care
Before cleaning
Never use cleaning agents
^ Switch the appliance off by turning
the temperature selector to "0",
switching off at the wall socket and
removing the plug.
containing abrasive substances
such as sand, soda, acids, chlorides
or chemical solvents.
"Non-abrasive" cleaning agents are
also unsuitable as they can cause
matt areas to appear.
^ Take any food out of the appliance
and store it in a cool place.
^ Defrost the freezer compartment
(depending on model).
Make sure that water cannot get into
the temperature selector or into the
light.
^ Take out any removable parts, e.g.
shelves, for cleaning.
Do not let water get into the
drainage channel and drain hole
when cleaning.
Cleaning the interior and
accessories
Use warm water with a little washing up
liquid. Accessories and shelves should
all be hand-washed only.
Do not use steam cleaning
apparatus to clean the appliance.
Steam could reach the electrical
components and cause a short
circuit.
^ Clean the refrigerator section at least
once a month and the freezer
compartment (depending on model)
each time it is defrosted.
The data plate located inside the
appliance must not be removed. It
contains information which is
required in the event of a service
call.
^ Clean the condensate channel and
drain hole frequently, so that
condensate can drain away
unhindered. Use a straw or similar to
clear the drain if necessary.
E-Cloth
^ After cleaning, wipe the interior and
accessories with a damp cloth and
dry with a soft cloth. Leave the doors
open to air the appliance for a short
while.
A microfibre "E-Cloth" is available from
the Miele Spare Parts Department,
which is suitable for cleaning surfaces
such as stainless steel, glass, plastic
and chrome without the use of
chemicals.
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Cleaning and care
Ventilation gaps
^ The ventilation gaps should be
cleaned on a regular basis with a
brush or vacuum cleaner. A build up
of dust will increase the energy
consumption of the appliance.
Door seal
Do not use any oils or grease on the
door seal as these will cause the
seal to deteriorate and become
porous over time.
The door seals should be cleaned
regularly with clean water, and then
wiped dry with a soft cloth.
After cleaning
^ Replace all shelves and accessories
in the appliance.
^ Switch the appliance on with the
temperature selector.
^ Switch on the Super cool function for
a while so that the appliance can
cool down quickly.
^ Place food back in the appliance and
close the door.
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Problem solving guide
^ Check that the freezer compartment
door has been closed properly.
Repairs to electrical appliances
should only be carried out by a
suitably qualified and competent
person in strict accordance with
current local and national safety
regulations. Repairs and other work
by unqualified persons could be
dangerous. The manufacturer
cannot be held liable for
^ Has a large amount of fresh food
been frozen at the same time?
This makes the compressor run for
longer, causing the temperature in
the refrigerator section to fall
automatically. For this reason, no
more than 2 kg of fresh food should
be frozen at one time.
unauthorised work.
Ensure that current is not supplied to
the appliance until maintenance or
repair work has been carried out.
. . . the appliance is switching in too
frequently and for too long.
^ Check whether ventilation gaps in the
plinth and in the housing unit at the
top have been covered over or
become too dusty.
Some minor problems can be corrected
without contacting the Miele Service
Department.
^ The refrigerator and freezer
compartment doors have been
opened too frequently, or a large
amount of fresh food has been
placed inside and/or frozen at the
same time.
What to do if . . .
. . . the appliance does not get cool.
^ Make sure that the temperature dial is
not set at "0".
^ Check that the doors have been
closed properly.
^ Check that the plug is correctly
inserted in the socket and switched
on.
^ Check to see whether a thick layer of
ice has built up in the freezer
compartment. If it has, then the
freezer will need defrosting.
^ Check that the fuse is not defective
and that the mains fuse has not
blown. If it has, contact the Miele Ser-
vice Department.
. . . the frozen food is thawing
because the freezer compartment is
too warm.
. . . the temperature in the refrigerator
is too low.
^ Is the room temperature lower than
the ambient temperature for which
the appliance is designed?
^ Turn the temperature dial to a lower
setting.
^ Super cool has not switched itself off.
Super cool only switches itself off
after 6 hours.
If so, raise the temperature of the
room.
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Problem solving guide
Operating in a room which is too cold
will cause the cooling system to switch
off for too long causing the freezer
compartment to become too warm.
. . . food has frozen together.
Use a blunt instrument, e.g. a spoon
handle or plastic scraper, to prise it
apart carefully.
^ Grasp the lamp cover at the top and
at the bottom (1), and pull it forwards
to remove (2).
. . . there is a thick layer of ice in the
freezer compartment.
^ Unscrew the lamp. This requires
some strength, as the safety catch
needs to be released.
^ Check whether the freezer
compartment door closes properly.
^ Defrost and then clean the freezer
compartment.
^ Change the lamp.
Lamp specification:
220 - 240 V, E 14 fitting
See the old lamp for the Wattage
required.
Too thick a layer of ice reduces
efficiency and increases energy
consumption.
. . . the interior light in the refrigerator
is not working.
Has the refrigerator door been left open
for too long? The lighting switches itself
off automatically after approx. 15
minutes.
If it also does not come on when the
door is opened briefly, but the
temperature display is working, then
the lamp is defective.
^ Screw the new lamp into the
connection. Make sure the safety
catch is correctly fitted a.
^ Disconnect the appliance from the
mains. Switch off at the wall and
withdraw the plug from the socket, or
disconnect the mains fuse or remove
the screw-out fuse in countries where
this is applicable.
^ Replace the lamp cover, and click it
into place at the sides.
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Problem solving guide
. . . the floor of the refrigerator
section is wet.
The drain hole is blocked.
^ Clean the condensate channel and
drain hole.
If you still cannot remedy the fault
having followed these suggestions,
please contact the Miele Service
Department.
To prevent unnecessary loss of
temperature it is advisable not to
open the doors while waiting for the
appliance to be serviced.
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Noises
Normal noises
What causes them
Brrrrr...
Humming noise made by the motor (compressor). This noise can
get louder for brief periods when the motor is switching on.
Blubb, blubb....
Click....
A gurgling noise can be heard when coolant is circulating
through the pipes.
Clicking sounds are made when the thermostat switches the
motor on and off.
Sssrrrrr....
On multi-zone and frost-free appliances you can sometimes just
hear the movement of air circulating inside the appliance.
Remember that the noise of the compressor and the coolant circulating in the
system is unavoidable.
Noises that you can
easily rectify
What causes them, and what can you do about
them?
Rattling, vibrating
The appliance is uneven: Realign the appliance using a spirit
level, by raising or lowering the screw feet underneath the
appliance.
The appliance is touching another appliance or piece of
furniture: Move it away.
Drawers, baskets or shelves are unstable or sticking: Check
all removable items and refit them correctly.
Are any bottles or containers unstable or knocking against
each other? Separate them.
The transport cable clips are hanging loose at the back of
the appliance: Remove the clips.
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After sales service
In the event of a fault which you cannot
correct yourself, or if the appliance is
under guarantee, please contact:
– your Miele Dealer
or
– the Miele Service Department (see
back cover for address).
When contacting your Dealer or the
Service Department, please quote the
model and serial number of your
appliance. This information is given on
the data plate.
Please note that telephone calls may
be monitored and recorded for
training purposes.
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Electrical connection
Electrical connection U.K.
Non-rewireable plugs (BS 1363)
All electrical work should be carried out The fuse cover must be re-fitted when
by a suitably qualified and competent changing the fuse, and if the fuse cover
person in strict accordance with current is lost, the plug must not be used until a
local and national safety regulations
(BS 7671 in the UK).
suitable replacement is obtained. The
colour of the correct replacement cover
is that of the coloured insert in the base
of the plug, or the colour that is
embossed in words in the base of the
plug (as applicable to the design of the
plug fitted).
The appliance is supplied with a mains
cable and moulded plug ready for
connection to an a.c. single phase
220-240 V 50 Hz supply.
Please ensure that the connection data
quoted on the data plate match the
household mains supply.
Replacement fuses should be ASTA
approved to BS 1362 and have the
correct rating. Replacement fuses and
fuse covers may be purchased from
Connection should be made via a
suitable switched socket which is easily your local electrical supplier.
accessible. For extra safety it is
advisable to install a residual current
device (RCD) with a trip current of 30
WARNING
mA (in accordance with DIN VDE 0664,
THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE
VDE 0100, Section 739).
EARTHED
Do not connect the appliance to the
mains electricity supply by an extension
lead. Extension leads do not guarantee
the required safety of the appliance
(e.g. danger of overheating).
The appliance must not be connected
to an inverter and must not be used
with a plug adapter as these can cause
damage to the appliance’s electronic
unit.
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Installation
Ventilation
This appliance must be built in,
otherwise it could tip up.
Air at the back of the appliance gets
warm. The appliance housing unit must
be constructed to allow sufficient space
for ventilation.
Location
It should not be installed where it is
exposed to direct sunlight or directly
adjacent to a heat-producing appliance
such as an oven or a radiator. The
appliance should be installed in a dry,
well-ventilated room.
The room temperature should not go
above or below the climate range for
which the appliance is designed.
The higher the ambient temperature of
the room, the more energy the
A ventilation gap of at least 38 mm
depth must be allowed for behind the
appliance for air to circulate.
The air inlet to the appliance is via the
plinth in the housing unit.
The cross-section of the air inlet and
outlet must be at least 200 cm2 to
ensure that air can circulate without
hindrance. Otherwise the appliance has
to work harder, resulting in an increase
in electricity consumption.
appliance requires to operate.
The air inlet and outlet must not be
covered or blocked in any way.
They should be dusted on a regular
basis.
Climate range
The appliance is designed for use
within certain climate ranges (ambient
temperatures), and should not be used
outside this range. The climate range of
the appliance is stated on the data
plate inside the appliance.
Climate range
Ambient room
temperature
SN
N
ST
+10°C to +32°C
+16°C to +32°C
+18°C to +38°C
+18°C to +43°C
+10°C to +38°C
+10°C to +43°C
T
SN-ST
SN-T
Operating in a room which is too cold
will cause the cooling system to switch
off for too long, causing the internal
temperature in the appliance to rise
with the risk of frozen food deteriorating
and going off.
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Installation
Before installation
^ Before installation remove the cover
strip, sealing strip and other
accessories out of the appliance and
from the external rear wall of the
appliance.
^ Remove any cable clips from the rear
of the appliance.
^ On no account should the spacers
be removed from the back of the
appliance. These ensure the gap
required between the back of the
appliance and the wall is maintained.
^ Check that all parts at the back of the
appliance are unhindered. Carefully
remove any hindrance.
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Changing the door hinging
Before building the appliance in, you
will need to decide on which side the
door is to be hinged. If left hand door
hinging is required, follow the
instructions below.
The freezer compartment door now
needs to be changed over if
applicable (see following page).
^ Replace the appliance door on lower
hinge pin e.
To change the door hinging, you will
need various sizes of Torx
screwdrivers and a slotted
screwdriver.
^ Insert upper hinge pin c into the
outer hole in hinge plate d, and
screw securely into the top of the
door.
Appliance door
^ Replace covers a and b on the
opposite side, turning them by 180 °.
^ Open the appliance door.
^ Pull off covers a and b.
^ Unscrew hinge pin c.
^ Tilt the door, and lift it off.
^ Unscrew hinge plate d, and replace
it on the opposite side using the
same screws.
^ Remove lower hinge pin e together
with washer f, and replace these on
the opposite side.
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Changing the door hinging
Freezer compartment door
^ Lower the cover on hinge plate a.
^ Unscrew hinge plate b, and remove
freezer compartment door c
together with the hinge plate.
^ Unscrew door catch d.
^ Screw door catch d into place on the
opposite side, having turned it by
180 °.
^ Fit the freezer compartment door c
in position at the top e, then tighten
the hinge plate securely b.
^ Close the cover on hinge plate a.
^ Plug the holes with stoppers f.
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Building in the appliance
Preparing the appliance
All building-in instructions given are
for a right hand hinged appliance.
If you have converted the appliance
to left hand hinging you will need to
adapt these instructions accordingly.
Building into a peninsular run
When built into a peninsular run, the
rear of the building in niche must be
fitted with a kitchen furniture panel.
^ Slide cover strip a into the holder as
shown, with the bumps facing
downwards. The bumps will fit into
keyhole slots b. The cover strip is
then flush with the side of the
appliance on which the door is
opened c.
Aligning the housing unit
Before installing the appliance, the
housing unit must be carefully aligned
using a spirit level. The housing unit
corners must be at right angles, as
otherwise the appliance furniture door
will not align correctly with the 4
corners of the unit. Align the furniture
door with the hinges.
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Building in the appliance
Building in the appliance
^ Align the appliance height from above
on both sides using adjusting screw
f.
^ Plug the gap between the appliance
and the furniture wall on the door
opening side with sealing strip g.
Press the sealing strip into the gap
starting at the bottom, and cut to
length so that it fits snugly to the
lower edge of bracket b.
^ Remove cover a.
^ Secure bracket b with screws c
(4.8 x 16 mm).
^ Push the appliance into the
building-in niche, leaving a gap of
approx. 4 mm.
Take care not to trap the mains cable.
^ Push in the appliance until the front
edges of bracket b and hinge plates
d and e are flush with the front
edge of the housing.
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Building in the appliance
Securing the appliance and
fitting the furniture door
^ Replace cover a, and cap all the
holes with stoppers l and m.
^ Secure door fixings n to the
appliance door with screw o
(3.9 x 9.5 mm), to suit the position of
the handle,
Very large doors will require several
door fixings.
^ Open the doors right out, and push
fixing guides p into door fixings n.
^ Position the furniture door onto the
appliance door, and secure fixing
guides p to the furniture door using
screws q (4 x 14 mm). Maintain a
distance d (= the thickness of the
housing unit walls) between the edge
of the appliance door and outer edge
of the furniture door.
^ Align the door fixing so that the
furniture door on the side with the
handle does not lie against the
housing unit wall when the door is
shut. A minimum distance of 1 mm
must be maintained.
^ Push the appliance against the
housing wall on the side on which the
door opens so that the sealing strip is
pressed into the housing wall h.
^ Cap the empty holes on the
appliance door with stoppers r
supplied; this is vital for the long-term
effectiveness of the insulation.
^ Secure the appliance at the top with
screw i (4 x 19 mm) into bracket b,
pushing the appliance against the
furniture wall as you do so, then
secure it at the bottom with screws j
(4 x 36 mm) through the adjusting
screws in the hinge plates on the
housing.
^ Tighten all the screws.
^ If necessary, align cover strip k by
pushing it parallel to the top of the
unit - it should not protrude.
^ Fold in the side section of bracket b.
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